Wow! Thanks to everyone who posted. I really expected this to be quick answer. I didn't at all expect a history lesson or an discussion on hacker mentality. It's "kewl" just how much you learn in this form. It's also interesting how many peripheral aspects of computers there are and how easy it is to be oblivious of them. Regards, jimmo -- --------------------------------------- "Be more concerned with your character than with your reputation. Your character is what you really are while your reputation is merely what others think you are." -- John Wooden --------------------------------------- Be sure to visit the Linux Tutorial: http://www.linux-tutorial.info --------------------------------------- NOTE: All messages sent to me in response to my posts to newsgroups, mailing lists or forums are subject to reposting.